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September 8, 2010

Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.~John F. Kennedy, U.S. president~

Life is like riding a bicycle - in order to keep your balance, you must keep moving.~Albert Einstein~

Sarah has a new passion....... Bike Riding!About two weeks ago she tossed aside the little red tricycle to upgrade to the new big girl bike (with training wheels for now) and we have spent morning, noon, and night outside with her as she pedals until her heart's content.

This weekend we took her to a local bike park that has an inner and outer loop. I tried to guide her through the inner loop (the shorter one) and she said NO WAY.... I want to go on the "other road"

Not only did she make her way around the "other road" once, she went around twice!

She is having so much fun on that bike and Pat and I get the biggest kick out of watching her go! She is really growing up before our eyes.......... and as she is quick to point out these days, that she is not a baby anymore, she is officially "The Big Sister"

Although.... after she says that she is the big sister, she has to let us know that she is not going to share her bike with Reagan because she will be too little to ride it.....LOL!

I think this is all finally becoming real for Sarah..... as she sees the nursery coming together and closets and drawers filled with blankets and clothes, she is realizing that this little girl is coming!

Yesterday when we woke up, she looked at me and said, "Mommy, are you going to China today to bring home my sister?" I couldn't help but smile......and I said, "Not today honey, but hopefully she will be coming home very soon."

I think Sarah is ready for her new role and I believe she is going to make a GREAT big sister:)

61 comments:

I have a feeling that Sarah will end up giving Reagan a few rides on her bike someday. I'm so happy for all of you. I love the package you sent her. How special! She is so cute but then, your other two are more precious in every photo.God Bless.

Oh yes Lisa...Sarah will make a great big sister. They'll be close enough in age where Sarah will have to stake out her territory (hey, even 4 years apart doesn't discourage that) but the joy she'll have, sharing all her life memories just makes me smile, thinking about it.

Wow, has Sarah grown up this summer. Her face just gets prettier and prettier (makes me want to paint this newer, grown-up girl). And so confident on her new bike. Riding like the wind is the perfect caption for her.

Gorgeous shots Lisa. I just love them all. Hope the first week of school is going smoothly.

I too think Sarah is going to be an amazing big sister! The life they will share growing up together will be so full of fun times and lots of sisterly secrets! I hope someday to give that special relationship to our Jennifer. Beautiful captures of your girl Lisa! Happy Wednesday!

Sarah will be a great big sister - although it may take her a bit to grow into her role - just as she grows into her new big girl bike.

I love her Sketchers...Amelia HAD to have the same ones last spring after one of her friends at school got them...by the end of that month 4 of the 8 girls had them. The room looked like a nightclub with them all flashing :) She wore them in NYC and we've NEVER gotten as many comments on anything as we did those shoes. I bet Sarah is having a blast with them too:)

I echo the earlier comments - Sarah will be a great big sis. The sister relationship is so special, too. I still remember my big sis (three years older) sitting me down and teaching me to read (see spot. see spot run.).

Great pictures! Sarah looks like she is having a great time on her big girl bike. I'm sure she will do a fantastic job at being a big sister, she has a wonderful mom who has been modeling how to be a loving & caring person.I hope you have another successful workshop weekend :)Mindy

Oh she will be a fabulous big sister- imagine! And she'll show Reagan how to ride like the wind too!Fabulous pictures, Lisa- you could see the Sketchers one for an ad. Thanks for sharing this exciting adventure!

Wow is Sarah getting big! She has grown a bunch during the summer. I love the b&w of her sitting on her bike with her feet propped up. She is so adorable! She definitely is going to be a great big sister and a wonderful role model for Reagan. I too can't wait to see them finally together.

Lisa,You know I have been there (twice) with the new sister arriving via plane!!! Yes, it is a daily adjustment for a while. But, I have a sense Sarah is going to be a wonderful big sister!!! I love these pictures. I hope our weather is this nice in a couple of days!!!! Looking forward to playing soon!

Beautiful post and pictures Lisa!Sarah is growing up, and she's going to be a wonderful big sister to Reagan. A 3 year age difference is great(G and W are 3 and a half years a part). I can't wait to see Sarah with her mei mei. :)

That's so exciting that she is so excited about having a little sister. :)

Wonderful shots of her enjoying her bike ride. It's funny how once they learn a little bit they just take off with the experience. My son was like that too when he first learned to ride with training wheels. You just couldn't stop him. :)

Sweet girl! I second everyone's replies...she is starting to look so grown up! I just love her adorable expressions. Good for her and her bike riding skills :) Love the pics. Can't wait until Reagan makes her appearance with her jie jie!xoxo

She's going to be a fantastic big sis, Lisa! I can't wait to see pics of her in action being your helper!That is awesome that she loves to be on the bike so much. I tell you what... she and Priss would have so much fun together C loves to ride, too. And C sports the same 'twinkle toes'! ;)Love you sweetie. Les

you embrace life and offer so much to others. Your blog is not the only thing that is inspiring. What a lovely read I have had this morning. I have a new blog (my second one = photography). Question regarding the black & white - we shoot in b&w or can we digitally change it on the computer? I tend to lean towards shooting with the mode on b&w - but does that mean sepia as well?

Again, lovely blog - and pictures of children "doing what they do" are some of my favorite!

What adorable photos of Sarah on her beloved bike!! These are great!! It's so cute that she is now calling herself the big sister. I'm sure she will make a great one! I can't wait to see her hugging on lil' sis!!

Look at SARAH! I can't BELIEVE she's on a two wheeler already...training wheels notwithstanding! I am so proud of her.

Yes, Lisa, she is readying herself to be a big sister all on her own. There will be ups and downs...just like riding that bike, but before long, her Big Sister Training Wheels will be off and she'll be the best helper ever when Reagan gets home.

I have posted twice because I finally figured out how to directly link it to my specific posting for this challenge. Can you delete my first one? I just love looking at everyone's work. Thank you for managing this challenge.

Just wanted to drop by and say CONGRATULATIONS on your referral!! So happy for you, especially after such a long wait. I love stopping by and seeing your beautiful photography and your kiddos as well. Looking forward to seeing some pictures of Reagan taken by you!! Best of luck with travel, transitions and all of the adventures coming your way! God Bless.